Let your lashes do the talking! Give up clumpy, mascara-ridden eyelashes and explore a new world of bright, beautiful eyes with eyelash extensions!
Are you tired of applying coat after coat of mascara to get the long lashes you yearn for? Would you like to have a full set of curvaceous eyelashes to frame your eyes and highlight their sparkle and beauty, 24/7? Well an ‘eyelash trend’ is emerging that may just be the answer to your prayers: eyelash extensions. More realistic looking than false eyelashes, and also longer lasting, eyelash extensions can be made from a variety of materials, such as mink, human hair or even synthetic fabric and when done properly, let you toss the mascara tube once and for all!
Up until recently, the only way to get longer lashes was to either use mascara or false eyelashes. And although mascara does have a beautiful effect, for some-the look is just no dramatic enough. Traditional false eyelashes, typically glued onto the lash line with adhesive, while dramatic, can be frustrating and time consuming to apply. Even though false lashes are great for a night out or a special occasion, they tend to fall off after just one wearing and, to reduce the risk of irritation, need to be removed after each use, leaving you right back where you were the day before.
Make room for the new generation! Today, semi-permanent and permanent eyelash extensions are a hot beauty trend that is quickly gaining a loyal following. And while some versions of eyelash extensions are quite costly, such as mink or diamond-encrusted, for everyday wear, salons and spas are offering a plethora of eyelash extension options to suit every taste and budget.
How are lash extensions different? Firstly, they are individually applied by a trained lash-technician, by hand, onto the last line-ensuring that the placement is precise and conforms to the shape of the eye lid. Then, once your new lashes are applied, the best news is that they will last anywhere from four to six weeks before needing replacement. And, lash extensions end the need for mascara as they are naturally lush and full, day after day. Once you have your new lashes, follow all at-home care guidelines to extend the life and vitality of the lashes, as well as to prevent premature breakdown of the fibres. Always use an oil-free eye makeup remover, such as La Roche Toleriane Eye Make-Up Remover as an oil-based remover can breakdown the adhesive holding the lashes onto the eyelid.
For a more permanent option, eyelash transplants are also growing in popularity. Eyelash transplants are a form of cosmetic surgery where hair, typically from the scalp, is harvested and then surgically implanted into the hair follicle. Because it is natural hair, these ‘new’ lashes will grow and act like regular lashes, making them an appealing alternative for someone who wants a natural look. Once the lashes are implanted, they will last anywhere from four to six months, depending upon the natural growth cycle of the hair and, will need to be trimmed and maintained during that time. Because the procedure is so new, only a handful of cosmetic surgeons perform the surgery, making it very expensive. Research options carefully, as well as surgeons to insure you get the most qualified doctor and best experience.
Don’t settle for so-so eyes when you can have the lashes you have always wanted. Investigate all of your options carefully and then flutter those extra-long lashes, baby!